2 daysPrivate tour
Marrakech · High Atlas · Zagora
Marrakech to Zagora
Cross the High Atlas past Berber villages and old kasbahs. Ride a camel at sunset and sleep in a desert camp.
Private Morocco journeys
Luxury Sahara tours, crafted by locals
We plan private desert tours from Marrakech, Fes, Casablanca and Tangier. Ride a camel over the Erg Chebbi dunes at sunset. Sleep in a quiet camp under the stars. Your driver, your pace, your route.
12Signature desert tours
4Starting cities
100%Private & tailor-made
RissaniLocal team, born in the desert
Quick answer
What is the best Sahara tour in Morocco?
For a first visit, choose the 3-day tour from Marrakech to Merzouga. You cross the High Atlas, stop at the UNESCO-listed Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou, and spend a night in a camp in the Erg Chebbi dunes. Short on time? Take the 2-day Zagora trip. Arriving in the north? Start with our 2-day tour from Fes.
Our collection
Signature Morocco tours
Every tour is private. Pick a starting city, then we adjust the route, hotels and pace to fit you.
From Marrakech
All Marrakech tours →2 daysPrivate tour
3 daysMost popular
Ait Ben Haddou · Dades · Merzouga
Marrakech to Merzouga
Our most loved route. See Ait Ben Haddou and the Dades Valley, then trek into the Erg Chebbi dunes.
4 daysRelaxed pace
High Atlas · Dades · Erg Chebbi
Marrakech to Merzouga, slow
The same highlights at a gentler pace. More time in the valleys and a calm night beneath the stars.
From Fes
All Fes tours →
2 daysShort escape
Middle Atlas · Ziz Valley · Merzouga
Fes to Merzouga
Drive through cedar forests and the Ziz Valley. Ride into the dunes and spend the night in camp.
3 daysOne-way route
Fes · Merzouga · Todra · Marrakech
Fes to Marrakech via the Sahara
A one-way crossing of Morocco. Dunes, the Todra Gorge and the Dades Valley, ending in Marrakech.
4 daysPrivate tour
Erg Chebbi · Dades · Kasbahs
Fes to Marrakech, extended
Extra time for the gorges, kasbahs and desert villages before you reach Marrakech.
From Casablanca
All Casablanca tours →
8 daysCulture + desert
Marrakech · Sahara · Fes · Rabat
Imperial Cities & Sahara
Marrakech, two days in the Merzouga desert, the medina of Fes and Rabat, all in one week.
10 daysPrivate tour
Fes · Merzouga · Valleys · Marrakech
Grand Tour of Morocco
The full circle: Fes, Chefchaouen, a night in the dunes, kasbahs and Marrakech.
14 daysSlow travel
Imperial cities · Atlas · Sahara
Morocco at Leisure
Two unhurried weeks. Time to linger in Fes, the desert, the Atlas and Marrakech.
From Tangier
All Tangier tours →
6 daysPrivate tour
Chefchaouen · Fes · Merzouga · Marrakech
Tangier to Merzouga
From the blue city to the dunes, then through the Dades Valley and Todra Gorge to Marrakech.
8 daysPrivate tour
Chefchaouen · Fes · Sahara · Marrakech
Tangier to Marrakech via the Sahara
More nights in Chefchaouen and Fes before a desert camp and the road south.
14 daysUltimate route
North to coast · Sahara · Essaouira
The Complete Morocco
Everything: Chefchaouen, Fes, the dunes, Ait Ben Haddou, Marrakech and the sea at Essaouira.
From Marrakech
Private day trips
One day, one driver, no crowds. Back in Marrakech by evening.
Things to do in Merzouga
Desert activities in the Erg Chebbi dunes
Add more adventure to your Sahara tour. Our local team in Merzouga runs every activity in private.
- Camel trekking
- Desert camp night
- Sandboarding
- Quad & buggy
- Horse riding
- Cooking class
Why travel with us
Quiet luxury, local roots
Our team was born near Merzouga. We know the dunes, the families and the roads. That is what makes each trip feel personal.
- 1Your own driver and carPrivate tours only. Stop when you like and travel at your pace.
- 2Hand-picked camps and riadsComfortable rooms, good food and calm settings, chosen by us.
- 3Built around youTell us your dates and budget. We shape the route. See our desert activities.
Traveler reviews
5.0
What our guests say on Tripadvisor
49 reviews on Tripadvisor
as of October 2026
“4 days packed full of adventure & culture”
“Great week in Morocco!”
“Magic week in Morocco”
“Personalized desert tour Fes-Marrakech”
“Unforgettable Desert Adventure with Camel Ride Trips in Merzouga”
“Experience the local vibes in Morocco”
Heritage on your route
Four World Heritage sites, one journey
Our routes pass four sites on the UNESCO World Heritage List: Ait-Ben-Haddou (inscribed 1987), the Medina of Fez (1981), the Medina of Marrakesh and the Medina of Essaouira.
A striking example of the architecture of southern Morocco.
…the country’s cultural and spiritual centre.
What is the best desert tour in Morocco for a first visit?
For most first-time visitors, the 3-day tour from Marrakech to Merzouga is the best choice. It crosses the High Atlas, stops at Ait Ben Haddou, and includes a camel ride and a night in a Sahara camp.
When is the best time to visit the Sahara?
Spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) are the most comfortable. Days are warm and nights are cool. Summer is very hot, and winter nights can be cold.
Are your Morocco tours private?
Yes. You get your own driver and vehicle. You can change the route, pace and stops to suit your dates and budget.
Can I start in Fes and finish in Marrakech?
Yes. Our 3-day and 4-day tours from Fes cross the Middle Atlas to Merzouga, then continue through the Todra Gorge and Dades Valley to Marrakech.
How do I book a tour?
Message us on WhatsApp at +212 669 576 091 or email contact@camelridetrips.com. Share your dates, group size and starting city. We reply with a tailored plan.
Begin your journey
Let us plan your Sahara escape
Share your dates and wishes. We reply with a private itinerary, usually within a day.